CT Tech II

Palomar Health; Escondido (CA); On-site; USD 68,000 - 103,000; Full time

Job summary

Palomar Health in Escondido, CA, is seeking a Radiologic Technologist with CT experience to perform diagnostic radiographic and interventional CT procedures. The role includes operating digital imaging systems, PACS, and supporting physicians and nursing staff while ensuring patient safety and comfort.

Requirements include ARRT CT, CRT(R) certification, 2–5 years of relevant experience, and an Associate’s degree in Radiologic Technology.

Qualifications

• Minimum Education: As required by certification and/or licensure.
• Preferred Education: Associate's Degree in Radiologic Technology
• Minimum Experience: 2 - 5 years directly related experience
• Preferred Experience: 4 - 6 years directly related experience
• Required Certification: CRT(R) and ARRT(CT)
• Preferred Certification: Not Applicable
• Required License: ARRT(CT)
• Preferred License: Certi Radiology Tech CRT(F)
• We are an equal opportunity employer and do not discriminate against applicants or employees based on race, color, gender, religion, creed, national origin, ancestry, age, disability, sexual orientation, marital status or any other characteristic protected by law.

Responsibilities

• Perform diagnostic medical radiographic procedures and studies.
• Work areas include advanced computerized tomography and Interventional CT procedures.
• Knowledge of digital image processing with PACS in a film-less environment.
• Assist physicians, interprets orders and explains procedures to nursing staff, patients, and families.
• Follows Palomar Health rules, policies, procedures, applicable laws and standards.
• Carries out the mission, vision, and quality commitment of Palomar Health.

Skills

Radiologic procedures

CT procedures

PACS

Interdisciplinary collaboration

Medical imaging software

Education

Associate's Degree in Radiologic Technology

CRT(R) certification

ARRT(CT) license

Tools

PACS

MS Windows

Excel

Access

PowerPoint

Job description

Department: CAT Scanner Union: CHEU Shift: 10-hour Shift - Variable (United States of America) Hours Per Pay Period: 20

Range: $49.61-$74.55

Posting Date: 7/29/2026 Internal Closing Date: 8/4/2026

Internal candidates must apply by midnight on the Closing Date in order to have bidding rights.

Job Description

Perform diagnostic medical radiographic procedures and studies with a thorough understanding of standard radiography and fluoroscopy.

Work areas include thorough knowledge of advanced computerized tomography and Interventional CT procedures.

Knowledge of digital image processing with PACS archival in a film-less environment.

Assist physicians, interprets orders and explains procedures to nursing staff, patients, and families.

Secondary responsibilities include a thorough understanding of the department operations in order to assist non-technical staff in processing paperwork, films, CD's/films and expediting patient transportation.

POM requirement includes rotation through the diagnostic arena.

Speak and read English at a level that is sufficient to satisfactorily perform the essential functions of the position.

Knowledge of standard office equipment (i.e., calculator, fax, photocopier) and personal computer and computer software skills (i.e., MS Windows, Excel, Access, Word, Powerpoint, internet, e-mail).

Windows computer skills including proficient use of keyboarding, use of mouse or keys for functions such as selecting items, use of drop down menus, scroll bars, opening folders, copying and similar operations required upon employment or within the 1st two weeks of employment to perform the essential functions of the job.

Performs other duties as assigned.

Follows Palomar Health rules, policies, procedures, applicable laws and standards.

Carries out the mission, vision, and quality commitment of Palomar Health.

Job Requirements

• Minimum Education: As required by certification and/or licensure
• Preferred Education: Associate's Degree in Radiologic Technology
• Minimum Experience: 2 - 5 years directly related experience
• Preferred Experience: 4 - 6 years directly related experience
• Required Certification: Certified Radiologic Technologist CRT(R) V certification American Heart Association recognized BLS - Healthcare Provider
• Preferred Certification: Not Applicable
• Required License: American Registry of Radiologic Technologists ARRT(CT)
• Preferred License: Certi Radiology Tech CRT(F)

We are an equal opportunity employer and do not discriminate against applicants or employees based on race, color, gender, religion, creed, national origin, ancestry, age, disability, sexual orientation, marital status or any other characteristic protected by law.

Palomar Health invites you to be part of our healthcare team, where we offer extraordinary opportunities for both clinical and non-clinical positions. As a leading healthcare system, we are committed to providing world-class care to our community. When you join our team, you’ll have access to our exceptional training programs designed to help you excel in your role and grow your career.